Sadlier Vocabulary Workshop Level F Unit 2

Vocabulary Terms and Definitions

• Lassitude: A state of physical or mental weariness; lack of energy.
• Intrinsic: Essential or inherent; part of the essential nature of something.
• Occulted: Hidden or concealed; not visible or known.
• Exhortation: A strong urging or encouragement to do something.
• Surmised: To assume something is true without having firm evidence; to infer.
• Ameliorate: To make something better or improve a condition or situation.
• Permeated: Spread throughout; to pass through or saturate.
• Precipitated: To cause something to happen suddenly or unexpectedly.
• Millennium: A period of one thousand years, often referring to a span of time in a broad historical context.
• Aplomb: Self-confidence or assurance, especially in a demanding situation.
• Ingratiating: Intended to gain favor or approval by flattering.
• Ameliorated: Improved or made better.
• Interloper: An intruder or someone who becomes involved where they are not wanted or don't belong.
• Callow: Inexperienced and immature.
• Infringes: To violate, encroach, or trespass on something.
• Epitomizes: To be a perfect example of a quality or type.
• Drivel: Silly nonsense or meaningless talk.
• Ingratiate: To bring oneself into favor with someone by flattering.
• Ex officio: By virtue of one’s position or office.
• Bombastic: High-sounding but with little meaning; inflated.
• Stringent: Strict, precise, and exacting regulations or requirements.
• Inveigh: To speak or write about something with great hostility.

Synonyms

• Occult: Hidden or secret.
• Permeated: Infused or saturated.
• Bombastic: Grandiose or pretentious.
• Epitome: Model or embodiment.
• Ingratiate: Flatter or curry favor.
• Inveigh: Protest or rant.
• Aplomb: Composure or confidence.
• Drivel: Gibberish or nonsense.
• Stringent: Rigorous or severe.
• Precipitate: Hasty or sudden.

Antonyms

• Ingratiate: Alienate or repel.
• Occult: Exposed or visible.
• Precipitate: Delay or slow down.
• Drivel: Sense or meaningful speech.
• Aplomb: Uncertainty or awkwardness.

Additional Contextual Notes

• Exhorted: Past tense of exhort; strongly encouraged.
• Ameliorate: Often used in contexts related to social issues or conditions.
• Bombastic: Used to describe speeches or writings that are overly elaborate but lack substance.
• Interlopers: Commonly used in discussions about ecology, law, or social settings where unwanted intrusion occurs.
• Callow: Typically describes youth or early-stage professionals lacking experience.
• Millennia: Important in historical discussions, often regarding significant changes or events.

Sentence Completeness

• Exhorted: Used in contexts of motivational speaking or written advice.
• Intrinsically: Describes something that is essential to the nature of the subject.
• Ingratiate: Often used in personal, political, or workplace settings to describe behavior aimed at winning favor.
• Surmised: Implies a level of deduction or making educated guesses.
• Lassitude: Commonly used to describe a feeling often associated with fatigue or illness.

Test your knowledge of vocabulary with this flashcard quiz covering Unit 2 from the Sadlier Vocabulary Workshop Level F. Each card features a key word along with its definition, helping you reinforce your understanding of essential vocabulary terms.